Weapon System Design Engineer

3 weeks ago


Bristol, South West England, United Kingdom Anson McCade Full time

We are working with a leading defense technology organization that is seeking a Weapon System Design Engineer to join their innovative engineering team. If you're passionate about designing and commissioning hardware and software for cutting-edge missile and weapon systems, this opportunity is for you.


Salary: Dependent on experience

Location: Stevenage or Bristol (Relocation package may be available)

Working Model: Hybrid, 2-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification


The opportunity:

As part of the team, you’ll collaborate with platform providers across Land, Air, and Naval sectors to integrate state-of-the-art weapons. You’ll contribute to ensuring that front-line users have the tools, products, and information needed to tackle emerging and evolving threats.

You’ll also be part of a team dedicated to advancing equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our vision is to create an environment where everyone succeeds as their authentic selves.


Key areas of expertise we are looking for:

  • Network and Communications
  • Cyber Protection and Certification
  • Synthetic Environment and Simulation
  • Algorithm Design for Mission Planning and Command & Control (including AI techniques)
  • Human Factors and Ergonomics


Whether you have gained expertise in the defense industry, armed forces, government, or other sectors, we want to hear from you.


What we can offer you:

  • Company Bonus: Depending on level
  • Pension: Up to 14% total employer and employee contribution
  • Overtime: Paid overtime opportunities
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days (depending on level)
  • Parental Leave: Enhanced benefits including up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave. Enhanced paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatment support also available.
  • Facilities: Fantastic on-site amenities including subsidised meals, free parking, and more.
  • Training and Development: Excellent career progression and training opportunities


Security Clearance: British citizenship or dual UK citizenship is required.


Interested? Apply now


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